Mechanic II (CPR)

SCHWING America Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Schwing America in Saint Paul, MN is hiring a Mechanic II (CPR) to build custom heavy equipment from the ground up. You will assemble mechanical components from engineering drawings, troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, gas, and diesel systems, and perform final assembly preparing units for testing.

You will read blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate assembly, install and route hydraulic lines, mentor Mechanic Assembler I teammates, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of mechanical assembly or heavy equipment experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and electrical diagrams.
• Experience with hydraulic, electrical, gas, and diesel systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Certification or associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components using drawings, build sheets, and BOMs.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, gas, and diesel systems.
• Perform final assembly, including wiring, lighting, decals, hoods, and configurations.
• Install and route hydraulic lines, fill systems, and prepare equipment for testing.
• Read blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and electrical diagrams to ensure accurate assembly.
• Test completed equipment to verify quality and performance.
• Mentor and train Mechanic Assembler I team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics

Teamwork

Reading diagrams

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Automotive/Diesel/Heavy Equipment Repair

Job description

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Mechanic II (CPR)

Full Time Direct Labor St. Paul, MN, US

24 days ago Requisition ID: 1308

Salary Range: $30.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Build Industry-Leading Equipment. Solve Complex Challenges. Take Pride in Your Work.

Do you enjoy taking machinery from individual components to a finished, working product? Are you experienced in hydraulics, electrical systems, diesel equipment, and mechanical troubleshooting? If you're looking for a hands-on career where every day brings a new challenge, we want to hear from you!

At Schwing America, you'll build world-class heavy equipment alongside a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

As a Mechanic Assembler II, you'll play a key role in building custom heavy equipment from the ground up. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assemble mechanical components using engineering drawings, build sheets, and Bills of Materials
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, gas, and diesel systems
• Perform final assembly, including wiring, lighting, decals, hoods, and customer-specific configurations
• Install and route hydraulic lines, fill systems, and prepare equipment for testing
• Read blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and electrical diagrams to ensure accurate assembly
• Test completed equipment to verify quality and performance
• Make assembly improvements and communicate process changes with production leadership
• Mentor and train Mechanic Assembler I team members
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2years of mechanical assembly or heavy equipment experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and electrical diagrams
• Experience with hydraulic, electrical, gas, and diesel systems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification or Associate Degree in Automotive, Diesel, or Heavy Equipment Repair
• Previous experience assembling heavy equipment or industrial machinery

Physical Requirements

• Work around, under, and over heavy equipment throughout the day
• Lift, bend, climb, kneel, and perform repetitive physical tasks
• Occasionally work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Why You'll Love Working Here

Build custom heavy equipment - not the same product every day

Work with advanced hydraulic and mechanical systems

Be part of a skilled team that values quality craftsmanship

Mentor others and continue developing your technical skills

Stable, full-time career with a respected manufacturing leader

Ready to Build Something Bigger?

If you're an experienced mechanic who enjoys diagnosing problems, building equipment, and seeing the finished product roll off the line, we'd love to meet you.